EC Cape Town: English + Safari

A safari is a truly unforgettable experience. Amongst the many incredible animals, you will encounter lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, ostriches, springbok and wildebeest. You will love the beautiful, scenic game drives and sitting around an evening campfire. Combine your English course at EC Cape Town with the exciting opportunity to go on a 2-day safari!

Facts

This course is suitable for students who

who are 18+

interested in wildlife

adventurous at heart

who want to combine their English course with an exciting activity

What can you expect on this course?

Go wild in the Western Cape on an overnight safari trip! Travel off the beaten track to interact with wildlife; and with an expert game-ranger at your side, set out on a game drive through a malaria-free reserve in search of Africa’s Big Five.

Day 1: CAPE TOWN – 4x4 SAFARI – OUDTSHOORN

Morning pick-up from Cape Town. En route to Oudtshoorn, spot some of Africa’s wild animals from the back of an open 4x4 vehicle in a private game reserve. Look out for giraffes, white rhinos, kudus, lions, elephants, zebras and wildebeest to name but a few. The game drive is led by an experienced game ranger, who will share his knowledge of the local wildlife as well as other species such as antelope, birdlife and insects. Explore the Garden Route's fauna and flora on foot with a tranquil bush-walk safari. Follow a ranger as he tracks wildlife and teaches you some of the medicinal values of indigenous plants. Journey through the landscape of rugged plains and towering cliffs before reaching Oudtshoorn, the Ostrich Capital of the world, situated in the semi-desert Little Karoo region. This is where we will stay overnight.

Day 2: OUDTSHOORN - ELEPHANT WALK – ROUTE 62 – CAPE TOWN

Hop onto another open 4x4 vehicle for a guided Klein Karoo Bush Safari in search of more African wildlife, with the dramatic Swartberg Mountains as the backdrop. Choose an optional Elephant Bush Walk Experience (additional cost). Walk “up close and personal” alongside African elephants in their natural setting and learn more about these gentle giants. Travel back via the scenic Route 62 – South Africa's famous scenic country road, capturing the beauty of mountains, twisting passes, vineyards and orchards before returning to Cape Town by late evening.

Overnight in OudtshoornA town in the semi-desert Klein Karoo, offering rugged beauty as the setting sun paints the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains in shades of pink. Stay in a hostel dorm with shared bathroom and a lively atmosphere.

Optional activities:Elephant Bush Walk - You can decide if you want to do this and book & pay for it on tour.

REFUNDS & CANCELLATION FEES Written notification of cancellation must be submitted in order for refunds to be provided. All refunds are made to the original fee payer.

Cancellation prior to arrival for individuals Students cancelling prior to paying the full course fees will lose their deposit. For students cancelling over 1 month prior to the programme, the cancellation charge will be 20% of the course fee.

For students cancelling between 1 week and 1 month prior to the programme, the cancellation charge will be 50% of the course fee. Students cancelling 7 days or fewer prior to the programme will not be given a refund.

Cancellation after arrivals or “no shows” for individuals No refunds will be given once the student has started his/her programme.

The exact itinerary is subject to change and may, on occasion run in reverse or different order.